A
major component in sedimentary evaporite deposits and
in the cap rocks above salt domes, commonly formed by
dehydration of gypsum; in igneous rocks, fumarolic deposits,
and in seafloor hydrothermal chimneys, also an alteration
product in hydrothermal mineral deposits.

Angelite
is a trade name for a translucent to opaque, light blue variety
of Anhydrite marketed as a gem material. Angelite
is
named for its "angelic"
light blue to lilac-blue color. Anhydrite
is named from the Greek word anhydros meaning without water, in
allusion to the lack of water in its composition, in contrast to Gypsum,
which contains water. Anhydrite
is a relatively common sedimentary mineral that is the
result of dewatering of the rock forming mineral Gypsum. Good crystal specimens of Anhydrite
are extremely rare so faceted gems are also extremely
rare. However, fine semi-translucent to opaque specimens of Angelite have been
found in Mexico and Peru that have a fine blue color.

Angelite
gems for sale:

We
have not photographed our Angelite
gems yet. Please
check back soon!